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CFL Players Set for Historic Flag Football Olympics Debut

11/11/2025

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The Canadian Football League (CFL) has approved player participation in flag football at the 2028 Summer Olympics in Los Angeles.
CFL Commissioner Stewart Johnston highlighted the honor of representing Canada and promoting the league internationally.
Flag football will debut at the Olympics with a six-team tournament.
The Canadian senior men's flag team recently secured third place at the IFAF Americas Continental Championship.
Both Canadian teams have qualified for the World Championships in 2026, prompting adjustments to the 2028 CFL season schedule.

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The Canadian Football League (CFL) has approved player participation in flag football at the 2028 Summer Olympics in Los Angeles.
CFL Commissioner Stewart Johnston highlighted the honor of representing Canada and promoting the league internationally.
Flag football will debut at the Olympics with a six-team tournament.
The Canadian senior men's flag team recently secured third place at the IFAF Americas Continental Championship.
Both Canadian teams have qualified for the World Championships in 2026, prompting adjustments to the 2028 CFL season schedule.